Job Description

Position Details

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Staff Nurse

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing

Department

RWJ-Medicine-Cardiology 5-Meb

Overview

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.



Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.



Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.



Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Staff Nurse for the department of Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.



This Registered Nurse role combines traditional nursing functions with specialized training in the management of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs). Working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other members of the healthcare team, the Staff Nurse ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality care for patients with implanted cardiac devices. Responsibilities include device interrogation, troubleshooting, patient education, and ongoing care coordination, while also supporting the overall goals of the Division of Cardiology.



Among the key duties of this position are the following:Performs interrogation, interpretation, and re-programming of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) in person, remotely, and/or via phone transmission. Conducts initial device analysis, generates preliminary reports, and alerts physicians or non-physician practitioners to urgent issues requiring further attention. Troubleshoots critical device issues and takes immediate steps toward resolution. Collaborate with physicians regarding device status and accurately document all device analyses in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Educate patients on device function, remote monitoring processes, and follow-up protocols. Ensures accurate charge capture for device interrogations. Schedules and tracks device follow-up appointments in EMR and remote monitoring platforms, contacting "no-show" patients promptly to reschedule.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

01D

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

37.230

Mid Range Salary

46.540

Maximum Salary

54.050

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs



For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview

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Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

40.00

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

HPAE 5089

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP


Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience required; prior cardiology or device clinic experience preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to function effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment. Basic proficiency in word processing, electronic medical records, and related computer applications required.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: Standing: Up to 2/3 of the time. Walking: Up to 2/3 of the time. Sitting: Up to 2/3 of the time. Use of hands (finger, handle, feel): Up to 2/3 of the time. Reaching with hands/arms: Over 1/3 of the time. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling: Under 1/3 of the time. Talking/hearing: Over 2/3 of the time. Lifting:Up to 10 lbs: Up to 1/3 of the time, Up to 25 lbs: Under 1/3 of the time. Work Environment: Moderate noise environment. Occasional exposure (<1/3 of time) to bloodborne pathogens requiring PPE. Occasional exposure (<1/3 of time) to hazardous waste.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST1929

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Downtown New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.